Effect of lactobacilli inoculation on protein and carbohydrate fractions, ensiling characteristics and bacterial community of alfalfa silage

Introduction: Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) silage is one of the major forages with high protein for ruminants. Methods: The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of lactobacilli inoculants on protein and carbohydrate fractions, ensiling characteristics and bacterial community of alfalfa silage. Wilted alfalfa (35% dry matter) was inoculated without (control) or with Lactobacillus coryniformis, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus …